Weekend Home Health Physical Therapist

BAYADA Home Health Care • Canton, MA

12d • $65 - $75

About The Position

BAYADA Home Health Care is seeking an experienced weekend per diem Physical Therapist to provide care to geriatric patients in Independent Living and Assisted Living Communities in Canton, Millis, Dedham, and surrounding towns. The Physical Therapist is an integral member of a multidisciplinary healthcare team, providing skilled rehabilitative care that helps patients maintain their independence. A minimum of three weekend days per month is required. The schedule is flexible, with premium pay.

Requirements

• Current license as a Physical Therapist in Massachusetts.
• At least one year of recent clinical experience as a licensed Physical Therapist.
• Home Health experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Visit clients in designated senior living communities.
• Perform diagnostic tests and measurements, including assessment of joint mobility and range of motion, transfer status, stability, gait patterns and appearance, muscle strength and endurance, balance, and safety.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans, including manual therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance work, and other interventions.
• Continually assess and revise Physical Therapy care plans and participate with nursing in multidisciplinary care planning as appropriate.
• Educate and instruct clients, family members, or other client representatives on rehabilitative care and activities that promote health, safety, and independent living.
• Accurately document observations, interventions, and evaluations related to client care management and services provided using a touch pad tablet.

Benefits

• Paid holidays
• Vacation and sick leave
• Vision, dental, and medical health plans
• Employer-paid life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Direct deposit
• Employee assistance program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed